It was great to put pen to paper on the designs Ive pinned for so long and to see it come together in the end. 

For design, it really depends on your preference? 

Your design background is a great asset for real estate investing.

Do they require you to pay the design fee or is it optional?

The owner can designate a host who shall be responsible, and authorized, to act on the owner's behalf to promptly remedy any violation of these standards or the permit.

To maximize success, it’s essential to focus on standout design and thoughtful decor that really sets your property apart.

Expect a custom ADU to take 9–18 months, with 3–6 months for design and permitting and 6–12 months for construction, depending on complexity and contractor availability, and the speed of processing permits.

The outside color of the house does not match my expectations for the inside design.

Invest in Opportunity Zones: Reinvesting capital gains into Qualified Opportunity Funds, which invest in designated low-income areas, can defer and potentially reduce capital gains taxes.6.

This is the entry point I’d recommend with high CoC returns and includes your downpayment (20-25% down), closing costs and the furnishing/design budget.